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Dr. David Katz, MD

Dr. David Katz, MD

General Surgery*
40+ years of experience

Dr. David Katz, MD is a general surgeon in Palmer, MA and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of South Florida in 1981. He is affiliated with Baystate Wing Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.2 Star Rating
Based on 21 reviews 4.2 Star Rating (21 reviews)

Baystate General Surgery - Palmer

40 Wright St Palmer, MA 01069
Telehealth available

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(413) 967-2655

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Katz is affiliated with Baystate Wing Hospital Palmer, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Katz specializes in the area of General Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Katz's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Katz

4.2

21 ratings, 15 with a written review
5 Star
76%
76%
4 Star
0%
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3 Star
5%
5%
2 Star
5%
5%
1 Star
14%
14%

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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Feb 29, 2024
We are so happy to hear it was a positive...Read More
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Feb 23, 2024
Thank you so much for taking the time to share...Read More
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Dec 18, 2023
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Oct 26, 2023
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Oct 16, 2023
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Oct 15, 2023
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Sep 22, 2023
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 18, 2023
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 04, 2023
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 03, 2023
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Jul 13, 2023
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Jun 26, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Josh Thompson – Aug 01, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
4 people found this helpful
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Daffodil in CHESHIRE – Jul 04, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Paul Fitzgerald in Sandy Hook CT – Dec 02, 2017
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About Me

biography

Dr. David Katz, MD is a general surgeon in Palmer, MA and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of South Florida in 1981. He is affiliated with Baystate Wing Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

  • General Surgery

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  • University Of South Florida

    Medical School, 1981
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Surgery®
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General Surgery
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Locations

Baystate General Surgery - Palmer

Baystate General Surgery - Palmer40 Wright St Palmer, MA 01069
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Baystate Wing Hospital

    40 Wright St
    Palmer, MA 01069
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

    76%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    2% lower than the national average

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